9.8 -- INSTITUTIONS That Developed in a Globalized World

What is the primary purpose of the United Nations?

• To promote the English language globally

• To facilitate global trade

• To provide financial assistance to developing countries

• To prevent wars and facilitate cooperation among nations

Which organization is considered the 'great granddaddy' of all supranational organizations?

• The International Monetary Fund

• The United Nations

• The World Bank

• NATO

How many independent states are not members of the UN?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which of the following is a body of the United Nations?

• The General Assembly

• The European Union

• The World Health Organization

• The International Court of Justice

What was created by the General Assembly for humanitarian purposes?

• UNESCO

• UNICEF

• WHO

• IMF

Which two states are classified as permanent observers in the UN General Assembly?

• Taiwan and Kosovo

• Vatican City and Palestine

• North Korea and South Sudan

• Monaco and Liechtenstein

How many permanent members does the Security Council have?

• 3

• 5

• 7

• 10

Which of the following countries is NOT a permanent member of the Security Council?

• Russia

• China

• France

• Germany

What power do the permanent members of the Security Council have?

• The power to declare war

• Veto power over policies

• The power to elect the UN Secretary-General

• The power to issue international laws

Which UN body is responsible for keeping peace in a globalized world?

• The General Assembly

• The Security Council

• The International Court of Justice

• The Economic and Social Council